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Burness Paull joins forces with SFE to sell Scotland globally
05/11/2025
Burness Paull has joined forces with Scottish Financial Enterprise to launch a new guide for financial services firms considering locating in Scotland.
Who really wants to be a lawyer anyway?
05/11/2025
Using the title “lawyer” will be protected, and providers who are not authorised under the Act may be prevented from describing themselves as lawyers or regulated legal services providers.
Taking control of your digital assets: how the Digital Assets (Scotland) Bill might impact you and your business
03/11/2025
The Digital Assets (Scotland) Bill (the “Bill”) proposes to establish a foundation for the treatment of digital assets in Scotland.
Dogs after divorce – are we barking up the wrong tree?
30/10/2025
In this insight, Jennifer examines how pets are treated during a separation. She offers guidance on acting in the pet’s best interests and compares the legal approaches in Australia and Scotland.
Defamation and social media: first impressions count
30/10/2025
Tweets risk being considered defamatory due to their meaning on face value to the ordinary social media user.
UK Visas and Immigration alert: phishing attempts targeting SMS accounts
30/10/2025
Phishing email attempts claiming to be from the Home Office are threatening the sponsorship management system (SMS).
Levelling the playing field: what Scotland can learn from Europe on non-domestic rates
29/10/2025
In this article, we look at how European models could inspire reform of Scotland’s non-domestic rates system.
A new statement of changes: updates to the Immigration Rules
28/10/2025
Some of the most important changes to the Immigration Rules came into force on 14 October 2025 with others expected to be introduced over the coming months.
Opt-out class actions Scotland: consultation goes live
24/10/2025
The consultation on an opt-out class action procedure for Scotland has arrived.
Commercial leases last forever (sort of) – termination of commercial leases in Scotland
22/10/2025
Did you know commercial leases in Scotland can technically last forever? This article unpacks the quirky rule of tacit relocation and why the Scottish Government’s plans to fix it have been shelved.
The Scottish Government launches consultation on CPO reform
22/10/2025
The Scottish Government has published its consultation on compulsory purchase reform, seeking to make the compulsory purchase system in Scotland simple.
Engagement terms matter: Court dismisses negligence claim and clarifies scope of duty for solicitors
22/10/2025
A recent decision from Glasgow Sheriff Court highlights the importance of clear contractual terms and, of note to solicitors, the limits of professional duties on legal practitioners.
Levy and let die? The future of the PPF’s risk-based levy
20/10/2025
The Pension Protection Fund (PPF) announces zero levy for 2025/2026.
What self-sponsorship visa options are available for the UK?
16/10/2025
Investors now need to look for alternative visa routes to obtain indefinite leave to remain in the UK.
Building safety in 2025 – where are we now?
15/10/2025
So far, 2025 has been a transformative year in the building safety regime in both England and Scotland and there are no signs of it slowing down as we enter the final quarter of the year.
AI in the workplace
15/10/2025
This blog focuses on AI in the workplace from an employment law perspective, examining new risks and trends, along with giving guidance on best practice.
Civil penalties and the gig economy
09/10/2025
New tougher law introduced to conduct right to work checks to those in non-traditional employment.
Renters’ Rights Bill (England only)
08/10/2025
This briefing note sets out a summary of the proposed Renters' Rights Bill. The Bill is almost in an agreed form and final amendments are due to be considered in the House of Commons.
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